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What is a Self-Directed IRA (SDIRA)?

What is a Self-Directed IRA (SDIRA)?

Find out how a self-directed IRA differs from a regular one, who can benefit from using one, and other types of self-directed accounts you might cons…

Tips for Budgeting with Unpredictable Expenses and Income

Tips for Budgeting with Unpredictable Expenses and Income

Helpful tips and tricks to plan for budget challenges related to unforeseen expenses.

4 Common HSA Mistakes and How to Correct Them
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4 Common HSA Mistakes and How to Correct Them

Laura answers a listener’s question about correcting a common HSA mistake and discusses resolving other confusing account issues that frequently occu…

7 Pros and Cons of Investing in a 401(k) Retirement Plan

7 Pros and Cons of Investing in a 401(k) Retirement Plan

Understand the pros and cons of using a 401(k) when you have an employer or work for yourself so you have plenty of money when you’re ready to kick b…

Rules for Using a Health Savings Account (HSA) as a Couple

Rules for Using a Health Savings Account (HSA) as a Couple

Whether you’re married or have a domestic partner, Laura clarifies the IRS rules for opening, contributing, and spending your HSA.

13 Things You Must Do for More Financial Success in 2024

13 Things You Must Do for More Financial Success in 2024

Laura reviews 13 critical things you can do to achieve financial success. Use this checklist to adopt better habits that move you closer to your mone…

7 Smart Ways to Invest Extra Money

7 Smart Ways to Invest Extra Money

Laura answers a best friend’s question about what to do with her extra money and how to invest it.

What's the Difference Between a 401(k) and Solo 401(k)?

What's the Difference Between a 401(k) and Solo 401(k)?

Understand how a regular and solo 401(k) compare, who can have them, and ways to maximize their tax-advantaged benefits.

HSA Hacks–How to Optimize Your Health Savings Account

HSA Hacks–How to Optimize Your Health Savings Account

Understanding HSA rules and spending strategies can help you maximize their triple tax benefits.

Your Money and Cybersecurity with Adam Levin

Your Money and Cybersecurity with Adam Levin

Laura interviews Adam Levin, author, and host of the What the Hack podcast, about keeping your money safe from fraud and cybercrime.

10 Best Personal Finance Tools and Budgeting Apps

10 Best Personal Finance Tools and Budgeting Apps

Ten of the best free and paid personal finance tools and budgeting apps to consider, especially if you’re looking to replace Mint after it’s disconti…

HSAs in 2024–Understanding Changes and Maximizing Benefits
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HSAs in 2024–Understanding Changes and Maximizing Benefits

Understand the unique benefits of an HSA and rule changes for 2024.

High-Yield Savings Accounts–Pros, Cons, and Tips for Choosing One

High-Yield Savings Accounts–Pros, Cons, and Tips for Choosing One

Laura reviews what you should know about using a high-yield savings account (HYSA), including tips for choosing the best one and how to get the most …

Self-Employed? How to Find Affordable Health Insurance

Self-Employed? How to Find Affordable Health Insurance

Laura interviews Tom Morrissey, Founder of Healthy Business Group (HBG), an innovative healthcare benefit solution for businesses and solopreneurs, a…

How Much Money Do I Really Need to Retire?

How Much Money Do I Really Need to Retire?

Laura explains sources of retirement income and easy ways to determine how much money you need for a secure, comfortable retirement.

9 Money Moves to Make Now for a Prosperous 2024

9 Money Moves to Make Now for a Prosperous 2024

These nine financial tips will help you save money, get additional tax benefits, and make the most of your insurance, credit cards, and retirement ac…

8 Things to Know About Investing in a Brokerage Account

8 Things to Know About Investing in a Brokerage Account

We’ll cover tips for choosing a firm, selecting investments, and managing money wisely based on your financial goals.

Can You Max Out 403(b) and 457(b) Retirement Plans in the Same Year?

Can You Max Out 403(b) and 457(b) Retirement Plans in the Same Year?

You have some excellent employee benefits if you work for your state or local government.